Your Care Coordinators

Christa

Office Manager

Christa lives in Yuma, AZ with her husband Charles and their four children. She has over 25 years of customer service experience. She worked for Target as a Department Manager in Irvine, Ca. She moved to Yuma, Az in 2006 and has been working with The Yuma Dentist since 2014. During her time in dentistry she has done everything from, Front Desk Reception, Scheduling, Insurance, Claims, and Billing.

She believes that patient education begins at the front desk when you first walk in, then continues to the patient room where you are educated about your dental needs. The final step being checkout, where the patient is helped with their financial arrangement and scheduling. She is very friendly, honest, and deeply cares about her patients.

Mercedes

Front Desk

Mercedes was raised in Yuma, AZ. After attending Yuma High she relocated to San Luis Obispo, CA where she became a Certified Medical Assistant. She worked in Dermatology and Internal Medicine for seven years. Family brought her back to this sunshine state. She has one daughter and a great family. She’s thankful to have been welcomed into The Yuma Dentist family – Because whether you’re a patient or part of the team – We are a family!!

Yadira

Dental Assistant

My name is Yadira Murillo aka yadi. I joined the Yuma Dentist in 2013. I have been working in dentistry for 15 years. I completed my dental assistant program in california in 2005, then I become a Register Dental assistant in 2006. I moved to yuma in 2013, worked as the lead dental assistant and now the back office manager. I assist on all aspects of dental care including orthodontics and implantology. I am happily Married and have a 5 year old , 7 year old and a 20 year old stepson. I like working at The Yuma Dentist because I enjoy all the elements of dentistry. There is nothing more important than to see our patients expectations met and have a new reason to smile. My super power is that I am a “handy man” you broke it i fix it.

Mayra

Dental Assistant

My name is Mayra meza , My love for the dental field began with my Senior year of high school when I got braces. Ever since , I became intrigued with the medical science within the world of dentistry. I also find it very interesting to see how a team must work together in all aspects in order to provide the best care for patients. I graduated from Carrington college in 2014, I have been seizing any opportunity that could possibly help me grow in knowledge in this field. Ever since I love making patients my #1 priority and my goal is to always make sure they feel comfortable and happy with their treatment.

In my spare time out side the office , I enjoy going horse back riding with my husband and son. And spending time with family and friends is very important to me. Eating is another thing I enjoy and tasting new things.

The Yuma Dentist is part of my family , they make me feel like home. Doctor and staff are amazing ! I enjoy coming to work every single day.

Pam

Dental Assistant

I started my journey to become a dental assistant back in 1998

Dental assisting has taught me to not only strive to be a good assistant but to keep learning as dentistry evolves and to do it with love and compassion in my heart.

My husband and I with 4 kids and 2 granddaughters love and enjoy everything the outdoors has to offer. Yuma Dentist values family and truly cares about our patients.

Gloria

Dental Assistant

Gloria, was born and raised in Yuma, AZ. Moved to Tucson, AZ after high school and completed her prerequisites for dental hygiene. she finished dental assisting school in Phoenix in November 2020 and wishes to go on finishing school to become a dental hygienist.Gloria knew this was what she wanted to do since she was little and never changed her mind and loves it more than she imagined! Loves working with new smiles every day and helping those who are scared of the dentist lose their fear a little. She enjoys traveling has been to London, France, Switzerland and Germany. Also enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Tara

Dental Hygienist

My family and I relocated to Yuma from Philadelphia Pennsylvania. I graduated from the hygiene program in Philadelphia. My favorite thing about working at the Yuma Dentist is that we have the best patients ever!! I look forward to making your smile beautiful.

Shannon

Dental Hygienist

I have lived in Yuma since 2005. My dental career started in 2000. I graduated from dental hygiene school in 2004. Completed a bachelor degree in Business Management with a Masters degree in education from NAU. Currently attending dental school at The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry in Los Angeles and commuting weekly to work as a dental hygienist on the weekends in Yuma. I have over 20 years of dental experience and over 1500 hours of volunteering. I’ve also traveled to Mexico, Panama and different communities within the United States to educate patients from underserved populations and provide free decay prevention dentistry. I have an altruistic approach to dentistry with an emphasis on providing exceptional dental care to all my patients.

My free time is doing what makes me fulfilled. This includes hiking, boxing and water sports. If I’m not working or volunteering I’m with my family and closest friends.

Tanja Shubert

Dental Hygienist

My name is Tanja and I have lived in Yuma since 2006. I have been in the dental field for 24 years. I graduated from Mohave community college in Bullhead city with an Associate in Dental Hygiene. I have been with The Yuma Dentist since 2015. I have been seizing any opportunity that could possibly help me grow in knowledge in this field. I love making patients my #1 priority and my goal is to always make sure they feel comfortable and happy with their hygiene appointments. I believe in educating my patients so they can take care of and keep their teeth and have a great smile.